Packers with offensive line issues for the game against the Cowboys
The Green Bay Packers could face the next game against the Dallas Cowboys with serious problems in their offensive line, as they could lose several key players. Coach Matt LaFleur confirmed the absence of Zach Tom, right tackle, due to an oblique injury. He also ruled out Anthony Belton, the rookie who was expected to replace him. In addition to this, there is the possible absence of Aaron Banks, starting left guard, who was unable to practice all week after being injured in the last game against the Cleveland Browns. The Packers have already used four different players at the right tackle position this season: Tom, Belton, Jordan Morgan, and Darian Kinnard. Tom initially suffered the injury in the first game of the season and, although he returned against the Browns, he had to leave the game after a single play. If Banks can’t play, Morgan, who replaced him against the Browns, will likely be the starter at the left guard position, leaving Kinnard as the option at the right tackle spot.The only other player with an injury designation for the Packers is safety Javon Bullard, who was listed as questionable. Bullard was still in concussion protocol but progressed by practicing in a limited capacity on Thursday and Friday. Micah Parsons, who is returning to Dallas to play against his former team, was not listed on the injury report for the second consecutive week.“I think he’s done a nice job,” LaFleur said of Kinnard on Friday. “I think he’s getting better every day. He’s feeling more comfortable with what we’re asking him to do. Even in the few plays he’s played for us, I think he’s done well.”
Matt LaFleur
